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Brief description about company
Founded in 1934, the Universidade de São Paulo (USP) is Brazil's highest-ranked university and one of the largest and most prestigious institutions in South America, recognized for its significant contributions to research, teaching, and innovation. The Institute of Geosciences (IGc), a part of USP, specializes in Earth sciences and offers expertise in geology, hydrogeology, and environmental studies. The Center for Groundwater Research (CEPAS|USP) is a hub at USP, where research, community service (extension), and high-level training converge in an integrated approach. CEPAS|USP aims to find and develop solutions for issues related to water resources and soil and groundwater contamination affecting various sectors of society.
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Role as DATASET partner
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Participation in WP1 and WP2, focusing on creating, applying, and calibrating the vulnerability index
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Participation in WP3, particularly in providing management recommendations
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Involvement in the dissemination and communication of DATASET products.
Key Quote or Testimonial
As part of the USP hydrogeology team, we are excited to participate in the DATASET project with our esteemed partners from France, Italy, Poland, and South Africa. DATASET presents a unique opportunity to address critical challenges in groundwater vulnerability in coastal regions, where 2.7 billion people live and the impacts of climate change are increasingly felt. We are committed to contributing to the resilience of coastal communities and look forward to the valuable insights this project will provide for local and global solutions.
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